COVID-19 Vaccines Update

The COVID-19 vaccines are now available for all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peopled aged 12 and over.  COVID-19 vaccines remain our best way out of this pandemic as they can help keep you from getting really sick and needing to go to the hospital.

The vaccines are most effective when you’ve received two doses of the same vaccine within the recommended timeframe.   The first dose of your vaccine will begin to build up a protective response against COVID-19 in your system.  The second dose will boost your immune response to give you long-term protection against COVID-19.  Without the second dose, your body will not be able to fight the virus as effectively.  At your first vaccination appointment, your healthcare worker will tell you when you should book your appointment for your second dose.

COVID-19 vaccines are just one part of keeping the community safe and healthy.  People and communities should all continue keeping COVIDSafe by regularly washing your hands and keeping two big steps away from others.

Learn more at the Department of Health’s COVID-19 vaccines hub and subscribe to key health updates for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and communities.